US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk
This Crosswalk identifies all the Forest Service Fire and Aviation Management (FAM) positions that are included in IFPM and the
Forest Service agency addendum FS-FPM Standard. Positions in this Crosswalk are identified either as IFPM or FS-FPM, with specific
implementation deadlines for each. The Crosswalk has been updated to correspond to changes in 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 and most
recently in 2012 to reflect implementation of the GS-0301 series for GS-09/11, 11/12 and GS-12/13 FAM positions. Certain aviation
qualifications are now allowed as multiple pathways to meeting the IFPM or FS-FPM selective placement factors for key positions.
Crosswalk Summary:
IFPM Category
Forest Service Positions in IFPM
Unit Fire Program Manager
Forest FMO
Wildland Fire Operations Specialist
Pg 2
Note: The Forest Service has not identified any
FS positions as being within the IFPM WFOS
category.
Prescribed Fire and Fuels Specialist
Forest Fuels Specialist
Pg 6
Supervisory Fire Engine Operator
Engine Module Supervisor
IHC Superintendent
Engine Captains or Asst Captains
Engine Captains
IHC Superintendent
Pg 8
Pg 8
Pg 9
Helicopter Manager
Helitack Crew Supervisor
Pg 10
Senior Firefighter
Center Manager
Lead IA Dispatcher / Assistant Center
Manager
Initial Attack Dispatchers
Geographic Area Fire Program
Manager
National Fire Program Manager
Senior Firefighter
Center Manager
Forest Dispatcher / Assistant
Center Manager
Initial Attack Dispatchers
Regional Office
Pg 12
Pg 13
Pg 14
National Office
Pg 16
1
Pg 15
Pg 16
Forest Service Positions in FS-FPM
(previously “grayed out”)
Forest AFMO
Pg 3
Job Corps AFMO
Pg 3
District or Zone FMO
Pg 4
District or Zone AFMO,
T2 Handcrew Supervisors,
IA Module Leaders,
Station Managers
Pg
Pg
Pg
Pg
5
11
11
11
Zone Fuels Specialists
District Fuels Specialist
District Fuels AFMO
District Fuels Tech
Pg 7
IHC Asst Superintendent and IHC
Squad Leaders
Helitack Asst Supervisor and
Helitack Squad Leaders
Pg 9
Pg 10
US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Forest Fire Management Officer -IFPM
This position is typically located at the unit’s Supervisor’s Office and reports directly to the Forest Supervisor or a S.O. Staff Officer
that has program management responsibilities for Fire and Aviation Management. This position has been included in IFPM Standards
since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Unit
Complexity1
HIGH
Unit Fire Program
Manager
(UFPM)
MODERATE
LOW
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
NSPD
GS-0301-12/13
FS2112/FS2113
-orGS-0301-11/12
FS2114/FS2110
Series2
Selective Placement Factors3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Managerial
(301)
GS-0301-11/12
FS2115/FS2111
-orGS-0301-09/11
FS2149/FS2150
Managerial
(301)
GS-0462-08/09
FS2017/2018
Forestry
Technician
(462)
High Pathway 1:
DIVS
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency not required)
High Pathway 2:
ASGS
-andICT3
(Currency not required)
Mod Pathway 1:
TFLD
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency not required)
Additional
Req. Training
M-581
M-581
Mod Pathway 2:
HEB1
-andICT3
(Currency not required)
CRWB or ENGB or
HMGB
(Currency required)
ICT4 or RXB2
(Currency required)
N/A
1
Unit Complexity: Complexity for Forest or Grassland is based on unit’s IFPM complexity analysis.
Series: Forest FMO positions at the GS-09/11, GS-11/12, and GS-12/13 grade levels have transitioned to the GS-301 series, and were approved
for secondary firefighter retirement coverage by USDA in 2011 and 2012. GS-08/09 FFMO positions will remain in the 462 series.
2
3
Selective Placement Factors: Refer the IFPM Standard and Guide pages 2-36, 2-39, 2-42; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) for
the NWCG Qualifications and Required Training.
• Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements.
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are now allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Applicants for Low Complexity Forests are not required to be “Current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position,
but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and
how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency” and is supported by the
FSH 5109.17 FAQG.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Forest Assistant Fire Management Officer (FAFMO) - FS-FPM
This position is typically located at the unit’s Supervisor’s Office and reports directly to the UFPM and has been incorporated into FSFPM. Implementation of FS-FPM Standard occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification
Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
Unit
Complexity1
High
Unit Fire Program
Manager
(FAFMO in IQCS)
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
PD
GS-0301-11/12
FS2108/FS2109
-orGS-0301-09/11
FS2151/FS2152
Series2
Minimum Qualification Standards3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
Managerial
(301)
High Pathway 1:
DIVS
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency not required)
High Pathway 2:
ASGS
-andICT3
(Currency not required)
Mod Pathway 1:
TFLD
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency not required)
HEB1
-andICT3
(Currency not required)
M-581
GS-0301-09/11
FS2153/FS2154
Managerial
(301)
Mod Pathway 2:
Low
GS-0462-08/09
FS2171/FS2172
Forestry
Technician
(462)
CRWB or ENGB or FIRB
or HMGB
(Currency required)
ICT4
(Currency required)
N/A
Job Corps
AFMO
GS-462-08/09
NSPD Pending
Forestry
Technician
(462)
CRWB
ICT4
N/A
Moderate
M-581
1
Unit Complexity: Complexity for Forest or Grassland is based on unit’s IFPM complexity analysis.
Series: Forest AFMO positions at the GS-09/11 and GS-11/12 grade levels have transitioned to the GS-0301 series, and were approved for
secondary firefighter retirement coverage by USDA in Oct 2011 and June 2012. GS-08/09 Forest AFMO positions will remain in the 462 series.
2
3
Minimum Qualification Standards: Refer to the IFPM Standard and Guide pages 2-36, 2-39, 2-42; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29,
2008) for the NWCG Qualifications and Required Training.
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are now allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Applicants for Low Complexity Forests are not required to be “Current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position,
but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and
how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency” and is supported by the
FSH 5109.17 FAQG.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
District Fire Management Officer (DFMO or ZFMO) - FS-FPM
This position is typically located at a Ranger District or Zone (combination of districts) and has been incorporated into FS-FPM. The
grade structure, series, NWCG qualifications, and specialized experience have been adjusted to reflect duties at the sub-unit level
positions. Implementation of FS-FPM Standard occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification
Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
Sub-Unit
Complexity1
HIGH
Sub-Unit
Fire Program
Manager
(DZFMO in IQCS)
MODERATE
LOW
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
PD
GS-0301-09/11
FS2159/FS2160
Series2
Minimum NWCG Qualifications3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
Managerial
(301)
GS-0301-09/11
FS2161/FS2162
Managerial
(301)
GS-0462-08/09
FS1522/FS1524
Forestry
Technician
(462)
1
High Pathway 1:
DIVS
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency required)
High Pathway 2:
ASGS
-andICT3
(Currency required)
Mod Pathway 1:
TFLD
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency required)
Mod Pathway 2:
HEB1
-andICT3
(Currency required)
CRWB or ENGB or
HMGB
(Currency required)
ICT4 or FIRB (Currency
required)
M-581
M-581
N/A
Sub-Unit Complexity:
• Complexity for sub-units (i.e., ranger districts) should be locally determined by the Forest or Grassland Unit Fire Program Manager (UFPM)
and Agency Administrator based on how much the sub-unit’s Fire and Aviation Management (FAM) program contributes to the overall unit’s
IFPM complexity analysis level.
• It is possible that one or more ranger districts may have a different complexity level than the overall Forest or Grassland.
2
Series: DZFMO positions at the GS-09/11 grade level have transitioned to the GS-0301 series, and were approved for secondary firefighter
retirement coverage by USDA in 2012. GS-08/09 DZFMO positions will remain in the 462 series.
3
Minimum NWCG Qualifications: Refer to the IFPM Standard and Guide pages 2-36, 2-39, 2-42; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29,
2008) for the NWCG Qualifications and Required Training.
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are now allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR DZFMO POSITIONS, however applicants do not need to be “Current” in their NWCG
qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide
(PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that
defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17 FAQG.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
District Assistant Fire Management Officer (DAFMO or ZAFMO) - FS-FPM
This position is typically located on a Ranger District or Zone (combination of districts), and has been incorporated into FS-FPM. The
grade structure, series, and NWCG qualifications have been adjusted to reflect duties at the sub-unit level positions. Implementation
of FS-FPM Standard occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification Standards by October 1,
2013.
FS FPM
Category
Sub-Unit
Wildland Fire
Operations
Specialist
(DZAFM in IQCS)
Sub-Unit
Complexity1
Recommended
Min Series, Grade,
PD
Series2
HIGH
GS-0462-08/09
FS1550/FS0278
Forestry
Technician
(462)
MODERATE
GS-0462-08/09
FS2169/FS2170
Forestry
Technician
(462)
LOW
GS-0462-06/07
FS1156/FS0931
Forestry
Technician
(462)
Minimum NWCG Qualifications3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
High Pathway 1: DIVS
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency required)
N/A
High Pathway 2: ASGS
-andICT3
(Currency required)
Mod Pathway 1: TFLD
–andICT3 or RXB2
(Currency required)
N/A
Mod Pathway 2: HEB1
-andICT3
(Currency required)
CRWB or ENGB or
HMGB or HEQB
(Currency required)
ICT4
(Currency required)
N/A
1
Sub-Unit Complexity:
• Complexity for sub-units (i.e., ranger districts) should be locally determined by the Forest’s or Grassland’s UFPM and Agency Administrator
based on how much a particular sub-unit’s FAM program contributes to the overall Forest’s or Grassland’s complexity level.
• It is possible that one or more ranger districts may have a different complexity level than the overall Forest’s complexity, either higher or
lower.
2
Series: DZAFMO positions at the GS-08/09 and lower grade levels will remain in the GS-0462 series.
3
Minimum NWCG Qualifications:
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements. On Oct 1, 2013 some of the core requirements were modified based an implementation review of FS-FPM.
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR DZAFM POSITIONS, however applicants do not need to be “Current” in their NWCG
qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide
(PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that
defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17 FAQG.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Forest-level Fuels Management Position -IFPM
This position is typically located at the unit’s Supervisor’s Office and reports directly to the Forest FMO or S.O. Staff Officer that has
program management responsibilities for Fuels Management. This position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004.
The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Unit
Complexity1
High
Prescribed Fire
and Fuels
Specialist
(PFFS)
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
PD
GS-401-11/12
FS4511/FS4509 (supv)
-orFS4510/FS4508 (nonsupv)
-or-
Series2
Selective Placement Factors3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Fire Mgmt
Specialist
(401)
GS-0401-11:
FS2016
Moderate
Low
GS-0401-09:
FS2015
GS-0462-06/07:
FS2013/FS2014
High Pathway 1:
RXB2
–andICT3 or TFLD
(Currency required)
High Pathway 2:
RXB2
-andHEB1
(Currency required)
Additional
Req. Training
N/A
Fire Mgmt
Specialist
(401)
RXB2
(Currency required)
ENGB or CRWB or
HMGB
(Currency required)
N/A
Forestry
Technician
(462)
ENGB or CRWB or FIRB
or HMGB
(Currency required)
ICT4
(Currency required)
N/A
1
Unit Complexity: Complexity of Forest/Grassland is based on unit’s IFPM complexity analysis. On Aug 8, 2014 two new GS-0401-11/12 SPDs
were added.
2
Series: Per Chief Tidwell’s July 8, 2011 memo, the 0401-series has been re-instated for PFFS-High and PFFS-Moderate positions. Employees
who were hired using a GS-0462 NSPD during former-Chief Kimbell’s interim period may be eligible for non-competitive conversion to the GS-0401
NSPD.
3
Selective Placement Factors: Refer to the IFPM Standard and Guide pages 2-79, 2-82, 2-85; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008)
for adjustments to the NWCG Qualifications and Required Training.
• Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- choice of Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional
Training requirements (if applicable).
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR PFFS POSITIONS, however applicants do not need to be “Current” in their NWCG
qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System
Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification
document that defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17 FAQG.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
District-level Fuels Management Positions - FS-FPM
The following sub-unit fuels management positions are typically located on a Ranger District and have been incorporated into FSFPM. The grade structure, series, NWCG qualifications, and specialized experience have been adjusted to reflect duties at the subunit level positions. These positions primarily focus on fuels program management, planning, and/or implementation (i.e., Zone
Fuels Specialist, District Fuels Specialist, Fuels AFMO, and District Fuels Technician). Implementation of FS-FPM Standard occurred
on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
Sub-Unit
Prescribed Fire
and Fuels
Specialist
(DFPFM, DFAFM,
DFTEC in IQCS)
Sub-Unit
Positions1
Recommended
Min Series, Grade,
PD
Series2
Minimum NWCG Qualifications3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
Pathway 1: RXB2
–and- ICT4 or TFLD
(Currency required)
N/A
pathway 2: RXB2
-andHEB1
(Currency required)
District or Zone
Fuels Specialist,
(DFPFM)
GS-0401-11:
FS0274
Fire Mgmt
Specialist
(401)
District Fuels
Specialist
(DFAFM-P)
GS-0401-09:
FS0273
Fire Mgmt
Specialist
(401)
RXB2
(Currency required)
ENGB or CRWB or
HMGB or FELB or HEQB
(Currency required)
N/A
Fuels AFMO
(DFAFM-T)
GS-0462-08/09:
FS0934/FS0867
Forestry
Technician
(462)
RXB2
(Currency required)
ENGB or CRWB or
HMGB or FELB or HEQB
(Currency required)
N/A
District Fuels
Forestry
GS-0462-06/07:
FFT1
ICT5
Technician
Technician
N/A
FS0932/FS0933
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
(DFTEC)
(462)
1
Sub-Unit Positions: Some Units have elected to staff dedicated GS-11, GS-9 and GS-7 fuels management positions at ranger districts.
• Typically the higher graded positions are for districts or zones with larger and more complex programs.
• GS-9 DFAFM positions may be filled as a District Fuels AFMO (GS-0462) –or- District Fuels Specialist (GS-0401) depending on assigned duties.
2
Series Determination: Per Chief Tidwell’s July 8, 2011 memo, the 0401-series has been re-instated for the DFPFM and DFAFM-P positions,
and employees who were hired using a GS-0462 NSPD during former-Chief Kimbell’s interim period may be eligible for non-competitive conversion
to the GS-0401 NSPD. Local units may opt to use the GS-0462 NSPD for GS-9 District Fuels AFMO (DFAFM-T) position provided that the position
primarily manages the district fuels program and does not have preponderance of duties in NEPA/vegetation management analysis. Otherwise,
the GS-0401 DFAFM-P NSPD should be used if the primary purpose of the position is to perform NEPA/vegetation management analysis duties.
3
Minimum NWCG Qualifications:
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- choice of Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional
Training requirements. On Oct 1, 2013 some of the core requirements were modified based an implementation review of FS-FPM.
• Multiple pathways using certain aviation qualifications are allowed to meet selective placement factors.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL FS-FPM FUELS POSITIONS, however applicants do not need to be “Current” in their
NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System
Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document
that defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Engine Supervisor Positions -IFPM
These positions are typically located on a Ranger District and report directly to the District’s FAM staff. These positions have been
included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM
Category
Engine
Complexity1
Engine Module
Leader
Supervisor
(EMLS)
Engine Captain
of a High
complexity
engine
Supervisory
Engine Operator
(SEOP)
Engine Captain
of a Moderate
complexity
engine
FEO on a High
complexity
Engine
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
PD
Selective Placement Factors2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Series
GS-0462-07/08:
FS1470/FS1471
Forestry
Technician
(462)
GS-0462-06/07:
FS1473/FS1474
GS-0462-07:
FS1472
Additional
Req. Training
ENGB
(Currency required)
ICT4
(Currency required)
N/A
Forestry
Technician
(462)
ENGB
(Currency required)
ICT5
(Currency required)
S-211
Forestry
Technician
(462)
ENGB
(Currency required)
ICT5
(Currency required)
S-211
1
Engine Complexity: The June 4, 2008 WO HCM Letter on Status of “FireHire” Positions, and Sept 17, 2008 Memo on Clarification of Upgrade
to GS-08 Engine Captain Position and Staffing of Subordinate Positions, identified several Engine Supervisor positions. GS-7 or GS-8 for Engine
Captains is dependent on complexity level identified within the USDA FS Complexity Analysis Rating Sheet for Engine Captains. High and
Moderate Complexity levels are described. This complexity analysis is independent of the Unit’s IFPM Complexity Analysis.
• GS-8 Engine Captain: This position is for a Supervisory Forestry Technician on a HIGH complexity engine as Engine Captain.
• GS-7 Engine Captain: This position is for a Supervisory Forestry Technician on a MODERATE complexity engine as Engine Captain.
• GS-7 Fire Engine Operator (FEO): This non-supervisory GS-7 Asst. Engine Captain position is to be used only when the engine has a GS-8
Engine Captain identified.
2
Selective Placement Factors: As identified in the IFPM Standard and Guide for Engine Supervisors on page 2-111 and 2-113.
• Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• Refer to IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept 29, 2008) replaced ENOP with ENGB and dropped the S-216 requirement in the SEOP position.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL ENGINE POSITIONS, however applicants do not need to be “Current” in their
NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System
Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document
that defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
IHC Positions
IHC Superintendent-IFPM
The IHC Superintendent position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became
effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
IHC
Superintendent
(IHCS)
IHC Positions1
IHC
Superintendent
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
GS-0462-09:
FS4639
Selective Placement Factors2
Series
Forestry
Technician
(462)
Primary Core
Requirement
Secondary Core
Requirement
Additional
Req. Training
TFLD
(Currency required)
ICT4 and FIRB
(Currency required)
N/A
1
IHC Positions: This is a standardized position contained within the NIHCOS.
Selective Placement Factors: The required NWCG qualifications are derived from the Standards for IHC Operation and FS FAQG Chapter 4.
Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement. Once hired, CURRENCY IS
REQUIRED, however applicants do not need to be “current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency”
within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”.
2
FS-FPM – These are subordinate positions to the IHC Superintendent (Asst Superintendent and IHC Squad Leader). The grade
structure, series, and NWCG qualifications are derived from the Standards for IHC Operations. Implementation of FS-FPM Standard
occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
IHC Positions1
IHC Assistant
Superintendent
(IHCAS in IQCS)
Recommended
Min Series,
Grade2, PD
Minimum NWCG Qualifications3
Series
Primary Core
Requirement
Secondary Core
Requirement
Additional
Req. Training
Forestry
STCR or TFLD
ICT4
Technician
N/A
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
(462)
Subordinate
IHC Positions
Forestry
IHC Squad Leader GS-0462-06/07:
FFT1
ICT5
Technician
N/A
(IHCSQL in IQCS)
FS1629/FS1630
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
(462)
1
IHC Positions: These are standardized positions contained within the NIHCOS.
2
Recommended Grade: Refer to January 29, 2009 letter from HCM and W.O. FAM regarding approved grade structure for IHC Assistant
Superintendent and IHC Squad Leader positions.
3
Minimum NWCG Qualifications: The required NWCG qualifications are derived from the Standards for IHC Operation and Forest Service
FAQG Chapter 4. Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement. Once hired,
CURRENCY IS REQUIRED, however applicants do not need to be “current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must
attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”.
GS-0462-07/08:
FS1364/FS1365
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US Forest Service Standard Position Description Crosswalk Addendum to IFPM
Updated 6/8/2015
Exclusive-Use Helicopter Crew Positions
Helicopter Manager -IFPM
The Helitack Crew Supervisor (Helicopter Manager) position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective
Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Helitack
Positions1
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
Selective Placement Factors2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Series
Additional
Req. Training
Helicopter
Supv Forestry
Helitack Crew
GS-0462-09:
HEB2
ICT4
Manager
Technician
N/A
Supervisor
FS1920
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
(HEMG)
(462)
1
Positions: This is an agency standard Exclusive-Use Helicopter position.
2
Selective Placement Factors: NWCG Qualification standards are derived from FS FAQG Chapter 4.
• Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement
• Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED, however applicants do not need to be “current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the
position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of
“currency”.
FS-FPM – These are subordinate positions to the Helitack Crew Supervisor (Asst Crew Supervisor and Squad Leader). The grade
structure, series, and NWCG qualifications are tiered from the FSH 5109.17 Chapter 40. Implementation of FS-FPM Standard
occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents must attain full Minimum Qualification Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
Helitack
Positions1
Recommended
Min Series,
Grade, PD
Minimum NWCG Qualifications2
Series
Primary Core
Requirement
Secondary Core
Requirement
Additional
Req. Training
Helitack Asst.
Supv Forestry
GS-0462-07/08:
HMGB and ICT4
HEB2(t)
Crew Supervisor
Technician
N/A
FS1918/FS1919
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
Subordinate
(FHACS in IQCS)
(462)
Helitack
Helitack Squad
Forestry
Positions
GS-0462-06/07:
HECM and ICT5
FFT1
Leader
Technician
N/A
FS1986/FS1987
(Currency required)
(Currency required)
(FHSQL in IQCS)
(462)
1
Positions: These are agency standard Exclusive-Use Helicopter positions.
2
Minimum NWCG Qualifications: NWCG Qualification standards are derived from FS FAQG Chapter 4.
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement. Once hired, CURRENCY IS
REQUIRED, however applicants do not need to be “current” in their NWCG qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain
“currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”.
As identified in the Redbook Chapter 16: Exclusive Use Fire Helicopter Position Requisites:
• Previous Helitack and squad leader experience is required for Helitack Assistant Crew Supervisor;
• Previous Helitack experience is required for Helitack Squad Leader.
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Additional Sub-Unit Fire Management Positions - FS-FPM
These positions are typically located on a Ranger District. The grade structures, series, and NWCG qualifications have been adjusted
to reflect duties at the sub-unit level positions. Implementation of FS-FPM Standard occurred on October 1, 2008 and incumbents
must attain full Minimum Qualification Standards by October 1, 2013.
FS FPM
Category
Sub-Unit
Wildland Fire
Operations
Specialist
Sub-Unit Positions1
Recommended
Min Series,
Grade2, PD
Station Manager
(FSMGR in IQCS)
GS-0462-07:
TBD
High Complexity
Handcrew Supervisor
(FT2CS in IQCS)
High Complexity
Handcrew Asst
Supervisor
(FT2CA in IQCS)
Moderate Complexity
Handcrew Supervisor
(FIAML in IQCS)
GS-0462-07/08:
(FS2137/FS2138)
Minimum NWCG Qualifications3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional Req.
Requirement
Requirement
Training
Series
Forestry
Technician
(462)
Supv Forestry
Technician
(462)
CRWB or ENGB
(Currency required)
CRWB
(Currency required)
ICT4
(Currency required)
N/A
ICT5
(Currency required)
N/A
GS-0462-07:
(FS2139)
Forestry
Technician
(462)
FFT1
(Currency required)
ICT5
(Currency required)
N/A
GS-0462-07:
FS0283
Supv Forestry
Technician
(462)
FFT1
(Currency required)
ICT5
(Currency required)
N/A
1
Sub-Unit Positions: The Mar 9, 2012 WO/HRM memo on NSPDs announced the release of a Handcrew Complexity Analysis and two new NSPDs
for High Complexity Handcrews. The Handcrew Complexity Analysis has been developed to determine the appropriate grade structure to be used to
staff handcrew positions. The Handcrew Complexity Analysis Rating is independent of the unit or sub-unit’s IFPM/FS-FPM Complexity Rating.
2
Recommended Min Grade, Series, PD:
• GS-462-7/8 Handcrew Supervisor: This position is for Supervisory Forestry Technicians on a HIGH Complexity handcrew.
• GS-462-7 Handcrew Supervisor: This position is for Supervisory Forestry Technicians on a MODERATE Complexity handcrew.
• GS-462-7 Handcrew Assistant: This non-supervisory GS-7 Asst Handcrew Captain position is to only be used on HIGH Complexity handcrews
that has a GS-8 Handcrew Supervisor.
3
Minimum NWCG Qualifications:
• Minimum Qualification Standards are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable). On Oct 1, 2013 some of the core requirements were modified based an implementation review of FS-FPM.
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL POSITIONS. Applicants are not required to be “Current” in their NWCG qualifications
to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for
definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency”
and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
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Senior Firefighter -IFPM
These positions are typically located on a Ranger District and serve as skilled crewmembers on hand crews, engines, helitack, or
fuels crews. These positions have been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became
effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Senior
Firefighter
(SFF)
Sr FFTR
Positons1
Recommended
Min Series,
Grade, PD
T2 Handcrew
Squad Leader
GS-0462-06:
FS0280
IHC or Handcrew
Senior FFTR
GS-0462-05:
FS2037
Helitack Senior
FFTR
GS-0462-05:
FS0200
Engine Squad
Leader/ AFEO
GS-0462-06:
FS1478
Engine Senior
FFTR
GS-0462-05:
FS1477
General
Suppression
Senior FFTR
(temp only)
GS-0462-05
FS3869
Selective Placement Factors2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Series
Forestry
Technician
(462)
FFT1
(currency required)
N/A
Additional
Req. Training
S-290
1
Sr FFTR Positions: These are agency standard positions on Forest Service units.
• Senior Firefighter positions may be advertised as multi-grade GS-4/5 positions where GS-5 is the full performance level. If an applicant is
selected as a GS-4/5 with non-competitive promotion potential to the GS-5, then they are required to possess the full Selective Placement
Factors at time of hire even if initially hired as a GS-4.
• HCM and W.O. FAM June 4, 2008 Letter on Status of “FireHire” Positions, and Sept 17, 2008 Memo on Clarification of Upgrade to GS-08
Engine Captain Position and Subordinate Positions identified a GS-6 AFEO / Squad Leader position on an engine crew. This position is
categorized as an IFPM Senior Firefighter, and is independent of engine complexity.
2
Selective Placement Factors: As identified in the IFPM Standard and Guide for Senior Firefighters on page 2-133.
• Selective Placement Factors are divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• Currency: Once hired, CURRENCY IS REQUIRED FOR ALL SFF POSITIONS. Applicants are not required to be “Current” in their NWCG
qualifications to be eligible for the position, but must attain “currency” within one year of hire. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide
(PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency” and how “currency” can be maintained. PMS 310-1 is the parent NWCG qualification document that
defines “currency” and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
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Dispatch Center Manager -IFPM
This position is typically located in a High or Moderate Complexity Dispatch Center and reports directly to the UFPM or an
interagency board of directors for the jurisdictions that the center supports. This position has been included in IFPM Standards since
Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Dispatch Center
Manager
(CMGR)
Complexity1
High
Moderate
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
Series
2
Selective Placement Factors3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
GS-0301-09/11
FS2157/FS2158
Managerial
(301)
Pending decision
Forestry
Technician
(462)
EDSD
(Currency not required)
90 days of Wildland
Firefighting operations
experience
Additional
Req. Training
S-491
1
Complexity:
• Complexity of Dispatch Center is determined by the program complexity of the units supported by that dispatch center.
• A Low complexity dispatch center would be managed by an Initial Attack Lead Dispatcher (IFPM Standards page 4-527).
2
Series: The CMGR-High position has transitioned to the GS-0301 series and was approved for secondary firefighter retirement coverage by
USDA in June 2012. In 2012/2013, FAM and HRM will be evaluating the appropriate grade and series for Moderate Complexity Dispatch Centers.
3
Selective Placement Factors: As identified in the IFPM Standard and Guide for Center Managers on page 2-143.
• Selective Placement Factors were divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• CURRENCY IS NOT REQUIRED. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”. PMS 310-1 is the
parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency”, and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
• Per HRM’s April 5, 2010 memo: The IFPM 90-day requirement for previous wildland firefighting experience will not apply to individuals who
encumbered a secondary firefighter position prior to December 20, 2006 when the requirement was imposed. However, if those individuals
seek reassignment, promotion, detail, or change-to-lower grade to other secondary positions, they will have to obtain the 90-days of wildland
firefighting experience in order to qualify for consideration.
• The exception for 90-days of previous wildland firefighting experience does not apply to employees hired into IFPM Dispatch positions after
December 20, 2006.
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Initial Attack Lead Dispatcher / Assistant Center Manager -IFPM
This position is typically located in a High or Moderate complexity Dispatch Center and reports directly to the Center Manager. This
position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1,
2010.
IFPM Category
Initial Attack
Lead Dispatcher
/ Assistant
Center Manager
(ACMG)
Complexity1
ALL
Recommended
Min Grade, Series,
PD
GS-0462-08/09
FS1613/FS1614
Series2
Selective Placement Factors3
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Forestry
Technician
(462)
EDSD
(Currency not required)
90 days of Wildland
Firefighting operations
experience
Additional
Req. Training
N/A
1
Complexity:
• Initial Attack Lead Dispatchers are represented in dispatch centers of all complexity levels.
2
Series:
ACMG positions at the GS-08/09 and lower grade levels will remain in the GS-0462 series.
3
Selective Placement Factors: As identified in the IFPM Standard and Guide for IA Lead Dispatchers / Asst. Center Managers on page 2-156.
• Selective Placement Factors were divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• CURRENCY IS NOT REQUIRED. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”. PMS 310-1 is the
parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency”, and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
• Per HRM’s April 5, 2010 memo: The IFPM 90-day requirement for previous wildland firefighting experience will not apply to individuals who
encumbered a secondary firefighter position prior to December 20, 2006 when the requirement was imposed. However, if those individuals
seek reassignment, promotion, detail, or change-to-lower grade to other secondary positions, they will have to obtain the 90-days of wildland
firefighting experience in order to qualify for consideration.
• The exception for 90-days of previous wildland firefighting experience does not apply to employees hired into IFPM Dispatch positions after
December 20, 2006.
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Initial Attack Dispatcher -IFPM
This position is typically located in Dispatch Center and typically reports directly to the Assistant Center Manager or Initial Attack
Lead Dispatcher. This position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became
effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Initial Attack
Dispatcher
(IADP)
Dispatch
Positions1
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
Lead IA
Dispatcher
GS-0462-07
FS0900
IA Dispatcher
GS-0462-06
FS0937
IA Dispatcher
GS-0462-05
FS0936
Selective Placement Factors2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Requirement
Requirement
Series
Forestry
Technician
(462)
1
EDRC
(Currency not required)
90 days of Wildland
Firefighting operations
experience
Additional
Req. Training
N/A
Dispatch Position:
• These are agency standard positions in Forest Service dispatch centers.
• IA Dispatcher positions may be advertised as multi-grade GS-5/6/7 positions. IFPM Selective Placement Factors apply to all grade levels. If
an applicant is selected as a GS-5/6/7 with non-competitive promotion potential to the GS-6 or higher grade levels, then they are required to
possess the full Selective Placement Factors at time of hire.
• Employees hired as a GS-4 Dispatcher are not required to meet IFPM requirements.
2
Selective Placement Factors: As identified in the IFPM Standard and Guide for IA Dispatchers on page 2-169.
• Selective Placement Factors were divided into Primary Core Requirements –AND- Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training
requirements (if applicable).
• CURRENCY IS NOT REQUIRED. See Wildland Fire Qualifications System Guide (PMS 310-1) for definition of “currency”. PMS 310-1 is the
parent NWCG qualification document that defines “currency”, and is supported by the FSH 5109.17.
• Per HRM’s April 5, 2010 memo: The IFPM 90-day requirement for previous wildland firefighting experience will not apply to individuals who
encumbered a secondary firefighter position prior to December 20, 2006 when the requirement was imposed. However, if those individuals
seek reassignment, promotion, detail, or change-to-lower grade to other secondary positions, they will have to obtain the 90-days of wildland
firefighting experience in order to qualify for consideration.
• The exception for 90-days of previous wildland firefighting experience does not apply to employees hired into IFPM Dispatch positions after
December 20, 2006.
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Regional Office -IFPM
This position is the individual at the Regional Office who has been delegated program management responsibilities for Fire and
Aviation Management for the Region by the Regional Forester. This position has been included in IFPM Standards since Oct. 1,
2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
Geographic Fire Program Manager
(GFPM)
GS-301-14/15
FS2181/FS2182
Series1
Target Minimum NWCG Qualifications2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
Managerial
(301)
TFLD
(Currency not required)
ICT3 or T2 C&G or
RXB2
(Currency not required)
M-581 or FML
or LFML
1
Series: Regional Fire Directors have transitioned to the GS-0301 series, and are approved for secondary firefighter retirement coverage by
USDA in June 2012.
2
NWCG Qualifications: As identified in the IFPM Standards for GFPM. Applicable NWCG qualifications are divided into Primary Core
Requirements –AND- choice of Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training requirements (if applicable). Refer to IFPM Standards and
Guides pages 2-19; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) for list of Command and General Staff positions approved for IFPM equivalency.
The target NWCG qualification requirements are not selective placement factors for filling Regional Fire Director positions, and the role of the
GPFM may be delegated to a member of the Regional Office FAM staff that meets the above requirements. See IFPM Decision Paper #4 for
Delegation of National and Geographic Area Fire Program Manager Role.
National Office -IFPM
This position is the individual at the Washington Office who has been delegated program management responsibilities for Fire and
Aviation Management for the agency by the Chief of the Forest Service. This position has been included in IFPM Standards since
Oct. 1, 2004. The Selective Placement Factors became effective on October 1, 2010.
IFPM Category
National Fire Program Manager
(NFPM)
Recommended
Min Grade,
Series, PD
SES-301 pending
Series1
Target Minimum NWCG Qualifications2
Primary Core
Secondary Core
Additional
Requirement
Requirement
Req. Training
Pending
transition to
301 series
1
TFLD
(Currency not required)
ICT3 or T2 C&G or
RXB2
(Currency not required)
M-581 or FML
or LFML
Series Determination: To be determined
NWCG Qualifications: As identified in the IFPM Standards for NFPM. Applicable qualifications are divided into Primary Core Requirements –
AND- choice of Secondary Core Requirement –AND- Additional Training requirements (if applicable). Refer to IFPM Standards and Guides pages
2-2; and IFPM Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) for list of Command and General Staff positions approved for IFPM equivalency. The target
NWCG qualification requirements are not selective placement factors for filling the National Fire Director position, and the role of the NPFM may
be delegated to a member of the Washington Office FAM staff that meets the above requirements.
2
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IFPM Decision Papers
Decision Paper
Decision
Effect on IFPM or FS-FPM
Decision Paper #1
Nov. 15, 2004
Superseded by Decision Paper #3
Decision Paper #2
Jan. 20, 2005
Delayed implementation of IFPM by 1 year for returning or
newly hired Temporary-seasonal employees to meet IFPM
minimum qualification standards.
Modified the IFPM Implementation Plan for Permanent
employees.
Decision Paper #3
Aug. 23, 2005
Modified the IFPM Implementation Plan for Temporaryseasonal employees. (Supersedes Decision Paper #1)
Decision Paper #4
Sept. 29, 2008
Modification of IFPM minimum qualification standards –Mid
Course Review:
Removed the Prevention and Mitigation Specialist position
from IFPM.
FS also opted to removed Prevention Mitigation Specialist
from inclusion in FS-FPM Standards
Delegation of National and Geographic Area Fire Program
Manager IFPM role.
Allows the NFPM and GFPM position to be filled with a
qualified individual on their staff. Intent of this delegation is
to place the appropriate individual who meets IFPM MQS in
the position of authority to support safe operations in the
field.
Adjustments to NWCG qualification and Additional Training
requirements.
Identified a mandatory Primary Core qualification and a
choice of multiple Secondary Core requirements. See table
on Page 4 of Decision Paper #4.
Command and General Staff Positions definition for IFPM
Removed AREP, LOFR, and IARR as positions that can be
considered C&G for the Secondary Core requirements.
One year extension granted by Department to allow
additional time to meet MQS and positive education
requirements.
Local fire managers will have the flexibility to choose either
the 462 or 401 SPD’s developed for Center Managers, based
on the appropriate classification of duties.
However, under Chief Kimbell’s interim direction, continue
filling vacant Center Manager positions in the 462 series.
Deadline Extension of the IFPM implementation to Oct 1,
2010
NWCG #001-2010
Jan. 14, 2010
Applicants will have until Oct 1, 2009 to meet NWCG
qualifications and additional required training for their
position as outlined in IFPM Standard. All OPM
requirements must be met at time of hire.
All Temporary-seasonal employees will have until Oct 1,
2009 to meet the NWCG qualifications and additional
required training as outlined in IFPM Standard. All OPM
requirements must be met at time of hire.
Local Dispatch Center Manager positions will be exempt
from IFPM Implementation Plan stipulation requiring all
IFPM positions at the GS-11 grade and higher to be
classified as professional positions.
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IFPM Errata
Errata
Changes to IFPM
Effect on IFPM or FS-FPM
Errata #1
Jan. 20, 2005
Modified the NWCG requirement for UPFM at high
complexity: RXM2 was replaced by RXB2.
Errata #2
Apr. 5, 2005
Modified the NWCG requirement for PFFS at high
complexity: RXB1 was replaced by RXB2.
Decision Paper #4 (Sept 29, 2008) revised the Secondary
Core requirements for UFPM at high complexity:
ICT3 or RXB2. Only one is required.
Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) made RXB2 the
mandatory Primary Core requirement for PFFS (High and
Moderate Complexities).
Errata #3
Aug. 23, 2005
Removed the additional training requirement for CMGR:
• 40 hour Supervisory Training
• Basic dispatch computer skills
• Training to provide intermediate computer skills
• Working knowledge of various fire management
computer programs.
S-491 remains an Additional Required Training element.
Errata #4
Aug. 23, 2005
Revised the NWCG minimum qualification standards for
Senior Firefighters to: ICT5 or FFT1 or HECM –as
appropriate.
Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) revised the NWCG
qualifications to only require FFT1 as the mandatory primary
core requirement, and S-290 as the required training.
Errata #5
Aug. 23, 2005
Modified the IFPM position title from Fire Prevention and
Education Specialists (FPES) to Fire Prevention and
Mitigation Specialists (FPMS).
Decision Paper #4 (Sept. 29, 2008) removed the FPMS
position from IFPM.
Forest Service Errata
Errata
Effect on IFPM
Chief Tidwell memo
July 8, 2011
•
•
Effect on IFPM or FS-FPM
Reinstates the 0401 series for key positions that require
the scientific/professional knowledge to perform duties.
Announces Forest Service plans to develop 0301 series
NSPDs for managerial positions at the GS-9 level and
above, pending approval from USDA and OPM for
enhanced retirement coverage.
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•
•
Reinstated the 0401 series for PFFS-High, PFFSModerate, DFPFM, and DFAFM-P positions.
Identifies managerial positions in IFPM and FS-FPM that
will transition to the 0301 series once NSPD’s are
approved. Until 0301 NSPDs are developed and
available for use, current and future vacancies at the
GS-9 and GS-11 level are to be filled using 0462 series
NSPD’s.
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Oct 17, 2013
Update to the FSFPM Selective
Placement Factors
•
No change
•
Based on implementation review of FS-FPM, WO
modified the SPFs for the following positions:
o DAFMO-L
o DFAFM-P and DFAFM-T
o DFTEC
o FT2CS
o FT2CA
o FIAML
June 8, 2015
updates to the
Crosswalk
•
Addition of FS4511/FS4509 (supervisory) and
FS4510/FS4508 (non-supervisory) NSPDs for GS-40111/12 high complexity Forest Fuels Specialists.
Addition of FS3869 (temporary only) general
suppression NSPD for Senior Firefighters.
•
Update of the IHC Asst Superintendent SPFs to include
STCR or TFLD –and- ICT4.
•
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